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Trump warns of ‘massive conflict’ soon if Iran nuclear talks break down

Fears of possible Israeli strike against Iran and retaliation after IAEA issues strongest rebuke of Iran in 20 years

Donald Trump has warned that a “massive conflict” could break out in the Middle East soon if talks over an Iranian nuclear deal break down, amid concerns over a possible Israeli strike against Tehran.

Trump said on Thursday he was worried that an Israeli strike could “blow” the negotiations, and he confirmed he had ordered some US personnel to evacuate from the Middle East in case of an Iranian counterattack that could include “missiles flying in their buildings”.

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